Medallion - Inauguration of George Washington
1976 year| Silver (.999) | 31.5 g | 39.40 mm |
| Location | United States |
|---|---|
| Period | Federal republic (1776-date) |
| Type | Medals › Commemorative medals |
| Year | 1976 |
| Composition | Silver (.999) |
| Weight | 31.5 g |
| Diameter | 39.40 mm |
| Thickness | 3.20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Updated | 2024-11-13 |
| Numista | N#380522 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Narrative text over an Eagle with Arrows in one talon and a olive branch in the other standing on a shield
Script: Latin
Lettering:
OUR FIRST PRESIDENT
George Washington was inaugurated
April 30, 1789 at the age of 57. He took
his oath on the balcony of Federal Hall in
New York City, the first capital of the U.S. No
other American has been honored more than
Washington. The nation's capital, Washington D.C.,
was named for him. The state of Washington
is the only state named after a President.
The U.S. population was 4,900,000
in 1797, when Washington retired.
Designer: W. D. Ashford
Edge
Reeded with inscription
Script: Latin
Lettering: .999 F.S.
Comment
Some of the information about James C. Curtis has not been verified.
James C. Curtis was a postmaster in Memphis, Tennessee. In the early 1970's he commissioned the production of a set of twelve medallions commemorating major events in postal history. This was done in order to promote collecting and generate revenue. Apart from the first medallion which was sterling, each of the medallions were produced in three types of metals, .999 Fine Silver, Nickel-Silver, and Bronze. The US Mint struck the medallions on behalf of the Post Office. The 1 Oz silver rounds were produced with a proof like finish in limited quantities and each one was serial numbered on the edge.
